Customized Energy Solutions
Energy
SeniorDatabaseAdministrator
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.
“Senior Database Administrator at Customized Energy Solutions. Skills: Database administration, Cloud platforms, Performance optimization, High availability, Data platforms. Administer enterprise database environments. Configure enterprise database environments”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Analytical skills; Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5–8 years database administration experience, Hands-on experience SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle, Experience database performance tuning, Experience troubleshooting database, Experience backup/recovery, Experience high availability solutions, Experience supporting cloud platforms, Experience cloud-based database services, Understanding database security, Understanding access management, Understanding auditing, Understanding operational compliance, Problem-solving skills, Analytical skills, Ability to work collaboratively, Written communication skills, Verbal communication skills, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
Experience supporting modern analytics platforms, Experience Databricks, Experience cloud data warehouses, Experience data lake architectures, Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments, Exposure scripting or automation tools, Experience monitoring and alerting tools, Microsoft Azure Database Administrator certification, AWS Database Specialty certification, PostgreSQL certification, Oracle certification, Databricks certification
What You'll Do.
Administer enterprise database environments
Configure enterprise database environments
Monitor enterprise database environments
Support enterprise database environments
Support backup/recovery
Support ongoing maintenance
Manage relational database platforms
Support relational database platforms
Maintain database standards
Maintain operational procedures
Maintain environment documentation
Monitor database health
Monitor database performance
Monitor database storage
Monitor database availability
Perform database performance tuning
Perform query optimization
Perform troubleshooting
Investigate database incidents
Resolve database incidents
Investigate database failures
Resolve database failures
Investigate operational issues
Resolve operational issues
Support proactive monitoring
Support alerting processes
Support high availability solutions
Support disaster recovery solutions
Implement database security controls
Maintain database security controls
Remediate vulnerabilities
Support cloud-based database services
Support integrations across AWS
Assist with database migrations
Assist with cloud modernization
Assist with hybrid infrastructure support
Collaborate with data engineering teams
Collaborate with analytics teams
Support ETL/ELT pipelines
Support data platform initiatives
Support modern analytics environments
Partner with application teams
Improve database design
Improve database scalability
Improve operational efficiency
Participate in modernization initiatives
Participate in automation initiatives
Contribute to documentation
Contribute to operational runbooks
Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities
Stay current on database technologies
Stay current on cloud platforms
Stay current on operational best practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with infrastructure teams; Collaborate with application development teams; Collaborate with data services teams; Partner with application teams; Collaborate with data engineering teams; Collaborate with analytics teams; Partner with infrastructure teams; Partner with security teams
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Infrastructure modernization, Automation initiatives
Full Job Description
Customized Energy Solutions (CES) is a global energy services and technology company that helps market participants operate, comply, and compete in deregulated electricity and natural gas markets. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Philadelphia, CES works with utilities, independent power producers, energy suppliers, developers, asset owners, and investors across North America and globally. CES delivers market intelligence, regulatory and market design support, asset and portfolio management, retail market operations, and energy technology solutions. Our teams track and interpret ISO/RTO rules and policy developments, support resource planning and market participation, manage operational and settlement processes, and develop proprietary software platforms—including CES BLUE, GOLD, RED, GRIDBOOST, and CoMETS—that help clients manage risk, optimize performance, and respond effectively to market change. CES is committed to advancing transparent, efficient, and non-discriminatory energy markets while delivering practical, high-quality solutions marked by integrity, rigor, and long-term client value. CES has been nationally and regionally recognized for sustained growth and innovation, including listings on the Inc. 500|5000 and Philadelphia Business Journal’s Top 100 Companies , as well as a Best Places to Work designation with Hall of Fame status for five or more consecutive years. With headquarters in Philadelphia and offices across the U.S., Canada, Japan, India, and Vietnam, CES offers a collaborative, flexible, and globally connected work environment for professionals passionate about the future of energy. Customized Energy Solutions (CES) is seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator to support and manage the organization's enterprise database environments across on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This role will serve as a technical lead for database operations, performance optimization, high availability, security, and modernization initiatives sup
Applying for this Senior Database Administrator role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on SmartRecruiters
- SmartRecruiters often includes a video screening step — check camera and mic permissions.
- Link your GitHub or portfolio directly in the profile section for technical roles.
- Applications may be reviewed by AI scoring before reaching a recruiter — use keywords from the job description.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about Customized Energy Solutions?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.